Niagara Falls American Side: Walk, Discover & Listen – Self-Guided Tour

Schedule

Wed, 28 Feb, 2024 at 06:00 am to Thu, 01 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Niagara Falls Visitor Center Parking Lot 1 | Niagara Falls, NY

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This self-guided walking tour of Niagara Falls' American side in upstate New York shows its strength and beauty!
About this Event

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map all in one. Note: This tour takes about 1-2 hours.
Once downloaded, your Niagara Falls walking tour begins just outside Niagara Falls State Park. From there, you’ll head into the park and stop at the Civil War Monument for some unexpected history!
Then it’s time to head toward the falls. You’ll stroll out to the soaring Observation Tower, offering unparalleled views of the American Falls. Then you’ll walk over to Prospect Point for an up-close look!
Learn the difference among the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls. Then discover the legend of Lelawala and hear how the falls’ power is harnessed.
Your journey continues over Hell’s Half Acre as you cross a bridge over these frightening rapids. Next, you’ll learn about the fearless daredevils who braved the falls over the years… many with only a barrel to protect them!
Visit the Nikola Tesla Monument and uncover this influential inventor’s connection to these falls. After that, you’ll experience the exhilarating Cave of the Winds Lookout, right next to the falls!
Next, you’ll stop at Terrapin Point, boasting amazing views of the Horseshoe Falls. Then you’ll loop past the Three Sisters Islands and head back toward the spot where you began.

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Action Tour Guide app, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Points of Interest along the Niagara Falls:

  • Visitor Center Parking Lot
  • Civil War Monument
  • Annenraes the Warrior
  • Maid of the Mist & Observation Tower
  • The Three Falls (American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Horseshoe Falls)
  • Lelawala Legend
  • Harnessing the Power of the Falls
  • Hell’s Half Acre
  • Iconic Prospect Point
  • Luna Island and its Tranquility
  • Nikola Tesla Monument
  • The Ice Bridge Phenomenon
  • Terrapin Point Scenic Views
  • Exploring Three Sisters Islands
  • The Great Serpent Legend

Benefits Over Live Guides and Group Tours:

  • This flexible, self-led tour works by sensing your location as you walk
  • The in-depth audio narration plays as you walk
  • The audio tour is valid for one year after download, and you can use it as often as you want within that time.
  • Once it’s downloaded, the tour works completely offline
  • Tour your way: choose when to start, stop, fast-forward, or rewind
  • Ask for help from a real person anytime over call, chat, or email



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You're purchasing a self-guided tour, not an entrance ticket. It begins at One Niagara Welcome Center, 360 Rainbow Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14303. Be sure to check your email before you begin to download the Action Tour Guide app. Then, enter your unique password into the app and access your tour. These steps require strong wifi/signal. Once at the starting point at One Niagara Welcome Center, 360 Rainbow Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, the tour audio will automatically begin. Follow the audio instructions and the route. Have questions? Visit Action Tour Guide’s Help page: https://actiontourguide.com/faq/


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What's included, what's not
  • Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
  • Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
  • Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
  • Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
  • Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
  • Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
  • Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
  • Easy-to-use app: download Action Tour Guide App onto your phone
  • Unique password: access your tour on Action Tour Guide App
  • What's not included
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
  • Food/Drinks

Know before you book
  • Embark on a self-guided journey with the Action Tour Guide app, serving as your comprehensive guide, audio narrator, and map in one convenient package.
  • Post-booking, expect an email containing the Action Tour Guide app download link and a unique password to unlock your exclusive tour access.
  • Experience a tour crafted by local experts, brought to life through the storytelling of creative writers and the voice of professional narrators.
  • Engage with animated videos at numerous stops, offering visual insights into unseen aspects, from historical scenes to hidden interiors.
  • Your purchased tour remains valid for one year from the booking date, offering flexibility should your travel plans evolve—no need for booking adjustments within this period.

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Know Before You Go

  • If the password is not in your inbox shortly after booking, please retrieve it at https://actiontourguide.com/redeem/.
  • For the best experience, please download the app and tour(s) while you have a strong internet connection.
  • Encounter any issues - Contact us without delay! We're dedicated to providing swift assistance: https://actiontourguide.com/faq/

Agenda
Feel the might of Niagara at the exhilarating Cave of the Winds Lookout
Get up close and personal with all three major waterfalls
Take in a breathtaking vista from Terrapin Point, Prospect Point, and more
Learn how these thundering waterfalls formed
Uncover the little-known connection between Niagara and Nikola Tesla
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Where is it happening?

Niagara Falls Visitor Center Parking Lot 1, Niagara Falls Visitor Center, Niagara Falls, United States

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USD 14.99

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